Top 10 cross-compliance transgressions

Farmers could save £2.57m in SFP deductions by following correct-cross compliance procedures.

Each year around 1% of farmers subject to cross-compliance are inspected by the RPA. Those found not to have met standards may have their subsidy payment reduced.

The standard reduction for a negligent breach is 3% of payment receipts, though penalties can range from a warning letter to 5% reduction. An intentional breach carries a standard 20% deduction, though this can vary.

In 2011, 2,046 cross-compliance failures resulted in deductions of almost £2.57m from English SFP payments. The most common included: